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“If principles can become dated, they're not principles.” quote by Warren Buffett
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“If principles can become dated, they're not principles.”

Warren Buffett

About This Quote

Source Interview: CNBC, 2018

Principles that require frequent updates lose their timeless value and should be reconsidered.

In simple terms: True principles stay relevant over time.

Key Takeaway

Identify and uphold enduring values.

Themes

ethics leadership decision making

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

philosophical advisory

When to use this quote

  • business strategy
  • personal development
  • policy making

Key Concepts

philosophy integrity long‑term thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • Which principles have you updated recently?
  • How do you test a principle’s timelessness?
A Different Perspective

Rigid adherence to outdated rules can hinder adaptation.

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